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4/25/2008
Battenkill bike race is biggest success yet.
Photo copyright 2008 Dave Kraus.This year's Battenkill bike race was the biggest in the USA, with nearly 1,600 competitors. Colorful uniforms and exotic bikes brought a gay and festive atmosphere to Salem. Chamber members who set up stalls in front of the White Church did good business selling a variety of foods and crafts. Main Street businesses also reported a surge in activity.
For complete results and further information on the race, go to http://www.battenkillroubaix.com.
4/11/2008
Fort Salem Theater awarded $4,000 LARAC grant for original musical entertainment, "Adirondack Awakening"The Salem Area Chamber of Commerce has facilitated a LARAC award to the Fort Salem Theater for the creation of an orignial musical entertainment, "Adirondack Awakening", which will premier in the theater's Cabaret space on over Memorial Day weekend (see events page).
The LARAC grant, which is a regrant of funds from the New York State Council on the Arts, was the largest awarded this year. Composed by the theater's artistic director Jay Kerr and Emmy-winning filmmaker and songwriter Stephen Trombley, "Adirondack Awakening" is a cycle of twelve songs for four voices which explores the history of the Adirondack National Park, from it geological formation through periods of Indian settlement, the arrival of the European explorers, the rise of industry and tourism. "The performance is as amusing as it is informative," says Kerr.
After it's premier this May, the show will run throughout 2009 to mark the 400th anniversary of the "discovery" of the Hudson River and Lake Champlain. The show will go up on the 200-seat main stage to accommodate school groups and others. It will also be available for regional tours in New York State.
Performances are May 23-25. Friday & Saturday at 8 p.m., Saturday & Sunday at 2 p.m. Tickets $10 Information and reservations: (518) 854-9200.
The LARAC grant, which is a regrant of funds from the New York State Council on the Arts, was the largest awarded this year. Composed by the theater's artistic director Jay Kerr and Emmy-winning filmmaker and songwriter Stephen Trombley, "Adirondack Awakening" is a cycle of twelve songs for four voices which explores the history of the Adirondack National Park, from it geological formation through periods of Indian settlement, the arrival of the European explorers, the rise of industry and tourism. "The performance is as amusing as it is informative," says Kerr.
After it's premier this May, the show will run throughout 2009 to mark the 400th anniversary of the "discovery" of the Hudson River and Lake Champlain. The show will go up on the 200-seat main stage to accommodate school groups and others. It will also be available for regional tours in New York State.
Performances are May 23-25. Friday & Saturday at 8 p.m., Saturday & Sunday at 2 p.m. Tickets $10 Information and reservations: (518) 854-9200.
Summer Sounds of Salem second season kicks off on June 21st
The Salem Area Chamber of commerce is pleased to announce that, following the success of its inaugural season, Summer Sounds of Salem will again entertain visitors to the Farmers Market on Saturdays from 11 a.m.-1 p.m.
This year's series is made possible through the generous support of Glens Falls National Bank, Stewarts Stores and more than twenty local businesses. The series also benefits from a $500 grant from the Lower Adirondack Regional Arts Council, a redistributor of funds made available by the New York State Council on the Arts. Photo: The Ramblin Jug Stompers, who will appear on July 26th.
Performances take place at the Gazebo on Main Street, and are free and open to all. Exhibitors wishing to have a stand at the Salem Farmers Market should call Robert Anderson on (518) 854-3750.
This year's series is made possible through the generous support of Glens Falls National Bank, Stewarts Stores and more than twenty local businesses. The series also benefits from a $500 grant from the Lower Adirondack Regional Arts Council, a redistributor of funds made available by the New York State Council on the Arts. Photo: The Ramblin Jug Stompers, who will appear on July 26th.
Performances take place at the Gazebo on Main Street, and are free and open to all. Exhibitors wishing to have a stand at the Salem Farmers Market should call Robert Anderson on (518) 854-3750.
1/17/2008
Annual Report - 2007
2007 has been a year of visible growth for Salem business and for the Chamber of Commerce.
BUSINESS GROWTH - This year no fewer than nine new businesses blossomed on and just off Main Street. In refurbishing 196 Main Street, Ruth Sauer created a multi-use building with two apartments and an arts complex that includes:
BUSINESS GROWTH - This year no fewer than nine new businesses blossomed on and just off Main Street. In refurbishing 196 Main Street, Ruth Sauer created a multi-use building with two apartments and an arts complex that includes:
- North Main Gallery. A fine art gallery operated by Ruth Barngrove Sauer.
- Artisans of North Main. A retail showcase for works by Christine Brooks-Corbett, Jean Coffman, Sylvia Graham, Mike Graham, Peter Hanks, A.K. Hutchinson, Bob Nopper, Faith Perkins and Barb Roesel.
- Beauty of the Earth Gallery. Paintings by Mary Sinnamon and photographs by Rowland Sinnamon.
- Mountain Graphics & Sureshot Digital Imaging. Commercial photography and fine art prints, page layout and design of all advertising materials by M. David Graham.
- Slate Hill Frame. Custom picture framing by Craig Barnes.
- Studio Ruth. The teaching gallery of Ruth Barngrove Sauer and gallery associate David O'Keefe.
Also on Main Street, Janet Dow and Allie Swears have opened Jackson Traders, a general store that specializes in new and handcrafted merchandise. It is a veritable treasure trove, with an ever-changing inventory.
On East Broadway, a short walk from Main Street, Sue Clary and Donna Orlyk have opened McCartee's Barn, a gallery featuring painting, photography, antiques and other arts.
Also on East Broadway is Jay Kerr's wholly refurbished Fort Salem Theater and Cabaret. The former church dating from 1740 has had a total makeover and the cabaret space (50 seats) and mainstage (200 seats) enjoy separate air conditioning and central heating. The lighting and sound installations in both facilities are state of the art, and Kerr has managed to combine Broadway and regional talent in a very successful first season of cabaret and musical theater.
The owners of the former Abram's building (the old antique shop next to Steininger's) gave it a new paint job over the summer, considerably improving the overall image of Main Street.
These are among the many contributions our members have made to the improvement of Salem, and I congratulate all of them on the their fine achievements.
SUMMER SOUNDS OF SALEM - This year saw the birth of a weekly acoustic music series to coincide with the farmers market. Wendy Bordwell suggested the idea to me. Within a week, you, the membership, had contributed nearly $2,500 in sponsorship. I would particularly like to thank Rose Ann Savage for her role in contributing $1,000 in funding from Glens Falls National Bank. It has proved to be a hugely popular program. We hope to increase our funding this year, to get information about the shows out earlier and to a wider audience, and to attract as many people as we can to downtown Salem in the summer months.
SIGN - Three years in the planning, our new sign was erected in December. It is a truly original piece of work, and Anthony Cafritz and his team at Salem Art Works are to be commended for its design and execution. The sign committee's work continues, with progress on the triptych expected this year.
CORN CHOWDER COOKOFF - Another new event, the corn chowder cookoff proved fun and popular. We hope to increase the number of entries and attract a greater crowd this year. It has been rescheduled to coincide with the corn festival.
WEBSITE/MEMBERSHIP - My company has revamped the website so that the individual and business member lists, as well as news and other updates, are now in the form of blogs. This means that the committee can update member info and news quickly and without incurring any charges. Angela Sturgis and Rose Ann Savage will be in charge of the website committee.
LARAC GRANTS - I am pleased to announce that the Chamber has been awarded two Lower Adirondack Regional Arts Council grants this year, totaling $4,500. A $500 grant will help support Summer Sounds of Salem. A $4,000 grant goes to the Fort Salem Theater write and present a one-hour musical entertainment called "Adirondack Awakening". This will be performed in May, and will be made available for school field trips.
COMMUNITY GIVING - The announcement that our friend Guy Capuano was diagnosed with inoperable cancer of the esophagus saddened everyone. In July, our board voted to donate $500.00 as a contribution to the cost of his medical care. In December, we learned that our friend Marji Morrison was ill and could not work. At the Christmas party, and in the last days of December, you raised more than $1,200.00 to assist her. Finally, the death of Judy Lundgren affected all of us. To commemorate Judy's contribution to the community, the Chamber is going to give an annual scholarship to a graduating senior for achievement in music, in the sum of $200.00.
I would like to thank retiring board member Nancy Hand-Higby for her work on the sign committee, and Kristen Preble for her eagerness to lend a helping hand over the past three years. I would also like to thank Al Budde for being a good counselor over the past year, and Anthony Cafritz for his support.
Stephen Trombley
PRESIDENT 2007
On East Broadway, a short walk from Main Street, Sue Clary and Donna Orlyk have opened McCartee's Barn, a gallery featuring painting, photography, antiques and other arts.
Also on East Broadway is Jay Kerr's wholly refurbished Fort Salem Theater and Cabaret. The former church dating from 1740 has had a total makeover and the cabaret space (50 seats) and mainstage (200 seats) enjoy separate air conditioning and central heating. The lighting and sound installations in both facilities are state of the art, and Kerr has managed to combine Broadway and regional talent in a very successful first season of cabaret and musical theater.
The owners of the former Abram's building (the old antique shop next to Steininger's) gave it a new paint job over the summer, considerably improving the overall image of Main Street.
These are among the many contributions our members have made to the improvement of Salem, and I congratulate all of them on the their fine achievements.
SUMMER SOUNDS OF SALEM - This year saw the birth of a weekly acoustic music series to coincide with the farmers market. Wendy Bordwell suggested the idea to me. Within a week, you, the membership, had contributed nearly $2,500 in sponsorship. I would particularly like to thank Rose Ann Savage for her role in contributing $1,000 in funding from Glens Falls National Bank. It has proved to be a hugely popular program. We hope to increase our funding this year, to get information about the shows out earlier and to a wider audience, and to attract as many people as we can to downtown Salem in the summer months.
SIGN - Three years in the planning, our new sign was erected in December. It is a truly original piece of work, and Anthony Cafritz and his team at Salem Art Works are to be commended for its design and execution. The sign committee's work continues, with progress on the triptych expected this year.
CORN CHOWDER COOKOFF - Another new event, the corn chowder cookoff proved fun and popular. We hope to increase the number of entries and attract a greater crowd this year. It has been rescheduled to coincide with the corn festival.
WEBSITE/MEMBERSHIP - My company has revamped the website so that the individual and business member lists, as well as news and other updates, are now in the form of blogs. This means that the committee can update member info and news quickly and without incurring any charges. Angela Sturgis and Rose Ann Savage will be in charge of the website committee.
LARAC GRANTS - I am pleased to announce that the Chamber has been awarded two Lower Adirondack Regional Arts Council grants this year, totaling $4,500. A $500 grant will help support Summer Sounds of Salem. A $4,000 grant goes to the Fort Salem Theater write and present a one-hour musical entertainment called "Adirondack Awakening". This will be performed in May, and will be made available for school field trips.
COMMUNITY GIVING - The announcement that our friend Guy Capuano was diagnosed with inoperable cancer of the esophagus saddened everyone. In July, our board voted to donate $500.00 as a contribution to the cost of his medical care. In December, we learned that our friend Marji Morrison was ill and could not work. At the Christmas party, and in the last days of December, you raised more than $1,200.00 to assist her. Finally, the death of Judy Lundgren affected all of us. To commemorate Judy's contribution to the community, the Chamber is going to give an annual scholarship to a graduating senior for achievement in music, in the sum of $200.00.
I would like to thank retiring board member Nancy Hand-Higby for her work on the sign committee, and Kristen Preble for her eagerness to lend a helping hand over the past three years. I would also like to thank Al Budde for being a good counselor over the past year, and Anthony Cafritz for his support.
Stephen Trombley
PRESIDENT 2007